The board game festival in Le Mans
DJAM, Les Heures Ludiques, is the grand board game festival of Le Mans. Every autumn, the Palais des Congrès et de la Culture Les Quinconces transforms into a huge free playground open to all. More than 50 facilitators, 200 board games, role-playing games, miniature games, and strategy games await visitors of all ages and levels. In 2025, the 16th edition confirmed DJAM's place as the unmissable gaming event in Sarthe.
Since its creation in 2010, the festival DJAM - Les Heures Ludiques has become the unmissable event for board game enthusiasts in Sarthe and beyond. Every autumn, for a weekend in November, the prestigious Les Quinconces convention center in Le Mans transforms into a gigantic, free gaming space, welcoming thousands of passionate visitors.
DJAM doesn't just offer rows of game tables. The festival provides a total gaming experience that delights all types of players:
The strength of DJAM lies in its passionate volunteers. More than 50 facilitators take turns throughout the weekend to explain the rules, guide beginners, and share their passion for gaming. This friendly and educational approach makes DJAM a perfect event to discover new games or deepen your practice.
The Palais des Congrès et de la Culture Les Quinconces, located in the city center of Le Mans, offers a spacious and comfortable setting for the festival. Its large halls accommodate numerous themed gaming areas, creating a true gaming village under one roof. The proximity to the Pathé cinema, an event partner, further enhances the offering.
Admission to the DJAM festival is completely free, a choice that reflects the organizers' desire to make gaming accessible to as many people as possible. Whether you are an experienced gamer or a curious newcomer, with family or friends, DJAM opens the doors to a world where the joy of gaming reigns supreme.
The 17th edition of the DJAM Les Heures Ludiques festival will be held on November 14th and 15th, 2026, at Les Quinconces in Le Mans. Free admission, program to be announced.
The DJAM Les Heures Ludiques festival returns on November 14th and 15th, 2026, at the Palais des Congrès Les Quinconces in Le Mans for its 17th edition. As every year, admission will be free, and the festival will offer board games, role-playing games, miniatures, tournaments, and activities for all ages.
By Car: Les Quinconces is located in the city center of Le Mans. Paid parking available nearby (Parking des Quinconces, Parking Jacobins).
By Tram: Line T1, stop "Quinconces".
By Train: Le Mans station is a 10-minute walk away.
Saturday: 10 AM - 11 PM
Sunday: 10 AM - 6 PM
DJAM - Les Heures Ludiques
Les Quinconces
72000 Le Mans
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Les Quinconces - Palais des Congrès et de la Culture
Place des Quinconces, 72000 Le Mans